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University of Alberta

Science & Religion 101

This course examines the nature of both science and religion and attempts to explore the possible relationships between them. The primary purpose is to dispel the popular myth that science and religion are entrenched in a never-ending conflict. As a result, this course argues that if the limits of both science and religion are respected, then their relationship can be complementary. Topics include: Science and Religion Categories and Foundational Principles, Definitions of Science and Religion, Science-Religion Models and Relationships, Intelligent Design and Natural Revelation, the Galileo Affair, Geology and Noah’s Flood, Evolution and Darwin’s Religious Beliefs, the Modern “Evolution” vs. “Creation” Debate, the Problem of Evil, and Interpretations of the Biblical Accounts of Origins in Genesis 1-11. The course employs a Constructive Teaching Style in order that students can develop their personal views on the relationship between science and religion and on each of the topics listed above. St. Joseph's College is a Catholic, undergraduate, liberal arts college on the University of Alberta campus. It is an independent institution that is affiliated with the University of Alberta. Denis O. Lamoureux is Professor of Science and Religion at St. Joseph's College in the University of Alberta. He is the author of Evolutionary Creation: A Christian Approach to Evolution (2008), Evolution: Scripture and Nature Say Yes! (2016), and The Bible & Ancient Science: Principles of Interpretation (2020). Lamoureux is a Research Associate in Paleontology and has contributed to a dozen scientific papers. He is cited in the Who’s Who of Theology and Science and has delivered over 600 lectures throughout the United States and Canada. Lamoureux holds three earned doctoral degrees—dentistry, theology, and biology.

Status: Anthropology
Status: Science and Research
Course19 hours

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DJ

5.0Reviewed Nov 25, 2017

This course has many insights that can help one integrate one's faith and one's science. I recommend it highly. The teacher put in a massive amount of work in this project and it shows.

SL

5.0Reviewed Feb 9, 2019

Amazing information offered, more than what I could ask for at NO cost. Well instructed course with a wealth of knowledge to attain.

SA

5.0Reviewed May 11, 2020

Learned about religion and science and how one depends on other.

CM

5.0Reviewed May 6, 2018

Great and interesting course for the theologian, philosopher,

CH

5.0Reviewed Nov 20, 2021

II really enjoyed this course. The instructor is very concise and understandable. I bought his book to go with the course, so it served as an excellent textbook.

CR

5.0Reviewed Dec 11, 2017

A must-take course for anyone interested in the interface between science and religion. It provides useful foundations that would take a lot of time and reading to arrive at otherwise.

RC

4.0Reviewed Dec 18, 2017

Though I disagree with the instructor on a number of his conclusions, I believe this is a good course.

YK

5.0Reviewed Apr 6, 2022

​insightful course that open my restricted view on evolution vs religion

JR

5.0Reviewed Mar 23, 2021

I found the course very interesting and challenging

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